Kristen Arnett
4 SeriesKristen Arnett is an American author whose debut novel, "Mostly Dead Things," became an instant success and appeared on the New York Times Bestsellers list. She also received Ninth Letter’s Literary Award in Fiction for this work.
Kristen Arnett's debut collection, "Felt in the Jaw," delves into the lives of queer women and their families in Florida. The ten stories explore themes of familial connection with dark humor. Key narratives include a young dancer who loses her ability to speak, affecting her family dynamics, and a mother who suffers a spider bite while camping with her daughters. Another story features a disastrous family reunion where cousins are left unsupervised. Arnett's work captures the desperation and complexity of human relationships.
